The AXIOM P23608-B21-AX is a high-capacity 16TB 3.5-inch enterprise hard drive designed for demanding data centers, SANs, and high-throughput server environments. It combines large storage density with reliable SAS connectivity to support virtualization, backups, and data-intensive workloads with confidence.
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Capacity: 16 TB of dependable storage for large databases, archival data, and multi-terabyte backups
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Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s provides fast, scalable data transfers between drive and storage controller
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Rotation Speed: 7200 RPM for efficient sequential and random read/write performance
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Reliability: MTBF of 2,500,000 hours and a 3 Year Limited Warranty for enterprise-grade uptime
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Sector & Maintenance: 512e sector size with hot-swap capability to simplify maintenance in live environments
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Power & Form Factor: 3.5-inch drive with a typical 9.3W draw; compatible with standard +12V/+5V DC rails in data centers
Designed for sustained, heavy workloads, the P23608-B21-AX helps you consolidate storage, reduce drive counts, and minimize downtime. The combination of a spacious 16TB capacity with SAS 12 Gb/s connectivity enables rapid data movement for backups, restores, and analytics while its hot-swap design keeps maintenance seamless in 24/7 operations.
Specs
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Format: 3.5-inch enterprise hard drive
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Capacity: 16 TB
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Interface: SAS 12 Gb/s
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Rotation Speed: 7200 RPM
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Sector Size: 512e
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Reliability: MTBF 2,500,000 hours
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Power Consumption: 9.3 Watts (typical)
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Hot-Swap: Yes
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Warranty: 3 Year Limited Warranty
FAQ
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What workloads is this drive best suited for? It excels in enterprise storage, large-scale backups, virtualization hosts, and databases that require high capacity with steady, reliable I/O performance.
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Is the drive compatible with standard 3.5-inch bays? Yes. It uses the common 3.5-inch form factor found in most data-center storage enclosures and shelves.
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What is the warranty period? The drive includes a 3 Year Limited Warranty for ongoing support and peace of mind.
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What interface and speeds can I expect? It uses a SAS 12 Gb/s interface, optimized for fast data transfers between the drive and the storage controller, with 7200 RPM for solid performance in heavy workloads.
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Does it support hot-swapping? Yes. The drive is hot-swappable, enabling maintenance or replacements without powering down the system.
